senior sous chef - Inclusive and Diverse Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their team in Bolton. The role involves fostering a positive environment, coaching staff, and maintaining high food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience in a fast-paced kitchen and a commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Free on-shift food and 50% discount

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

National recognition as a 'wok star'

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food, health, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Support in coaching and developing your team to excel.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

senior sous chef | full time

We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team at Wagamama, a company that celebrates diversity and individuality, with over 165 restaurants. We value personality over perfection — be yourself, be wagamama.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment that celebrates successes and nurtures talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team development.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial metrics including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick, effective decisions.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with your team with care and consideration.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone belongs.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme offering up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Tips sharing.
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• National recognition as a 'wok star'.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary, not guaranteed or considered wages.